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Indian Sesame Seeds

India is one of the largest producers and  exporters of sesame seeds  in the world. Indian sesame seeds are well-known for their purity,oil-content & medicinal properties. The country is known for producers several thousands of tons of sesame every year and in many varieties and forms. The world on an average produces close to 3 million tons of sesame seeds every year and a large percentage of that is produced by India alone. Asian and African countries are the main players within this industry and the top producers are China, India, Sudan, Myanmar, and Thailand, etc. India also is the single largest exporter of the seeds followed by Egypt which comes on the second spot. India produces a wide variety of sesame seeds varying in color from red to black to white. The oil content in these seeds varies from 40 to 50%. Where on one hand, the white and black sesame seeds are used for direct consumption by addition in many foods and for exports but on the other hand, brown...

The Nutritional Differences Between Raw And Roasted Sesame Seeds

Sesame seeds are one of the healthiest seeds in the world and are known for their high oil content. Whether it is  black sesame seeds  or  white sesame seeds ,  hulled sesame seeds  or unhulled sesame seeds, each variety and type offers incredible nutritional benefits and uses. There has always been a debate about whether it is more beneficial to eat raw natural sesame seeds or roasted ones. While both varieties consist of similar quantities of vitamins, minerals, fibers, and antioxidants, there are a few nutritional differences which must not be ignored. The following are a few of them which will help you understand which is better option-raw natural sesame seeds or roasted sesame seeds. Fat and Calories As far as the calories are concerned, where on one hand, one ounce of raw and dried natural sesame seeds contains 163 calories, the same quantity of roasted sesame seeds contain 160 calories. Similarly, one ounce of natural sesame seeds contains 14.11 g...

Differences Between Black Sesame and Natural White Sesame Seeds

Domesticated about 3000 years back, sesame seeds are one of the oldest oilseed crops out there and continue to surprise us by their versatility, uses, nutritional value and taste. These nutty and crunchy little kernels are packaged with amazing nutrients which can prove amazing for the health. Sesame seeds are low glycemic foods which are a wonderful source of dietary fiber, antioxidants and potential anti-cancer properties as well. The two of the most popular varieties of sesame seeds available to man include  black sesame seeds  and natural white sesame seeds. Both these varieties have health-promoting properties but differ on a few grounds. The following is a detailed variation and points of differences between black and natural white sesame seeds. Appearance The most obvious and identifiable difference between the two is the difference in their colour. As the names very well suggest, black sesame seeds are black in colour whereas the white sesame seeds are white...

Four Commonly Used Varieties of Sesame Seeds

Sesame seeds  are believed to have originated in India and date back to 1600 BC. Ever since they were first originated, they have proved to be excellent for human health. They are loaded with many useful nutrients and minerals which work for the body in many ways, preventing many health conditions and boosting the overall health. But since there are many different kinds of sesame seeds, the benefits too may vary from variety to variety.  India ranks amongst the major sesame seeds exporter around the world. This is why; we have brought to you a list of the four commonly used varieties of sesame seeds. Hulled Sesame Seeds This is one of the most common and healthiest varieties of sesame seeds.  Hulled sesame seeds  are basically those kinds of sesame seeds from which the outer husk or hull has been removed. While this process of removing the husk is practiced by many sesame seeds manufacturers, the process, machinery and skill used to do so may vary greatly...